1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 53 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1233 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.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | X5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |