1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 55 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
