1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 54 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 969 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 649 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |