1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 675 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55. 2011 BMW 528 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. 2011 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 528 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2969 mm |