1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 2005 BMW 545 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 545 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |