1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 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, 2009 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 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 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 320 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |