1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | |
| Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
| Model | A 55 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
