1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 55 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
