1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 456 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 55 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 507 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
