1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1750 kg more than 1958 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 35 | X5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 85 L |