1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1604 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 55 | Savana |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3940 mm |