1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 51 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 335 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 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 335 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |