1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 700 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, 2007 BMW 730 (300 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 730 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 | 2007 BMW 730 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 730 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |