1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4392 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 92 L |
