1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1960 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, 2008 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | 320 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |