1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (315 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 55 | X3 |
| 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 | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
