1947 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 BMW 845
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 40. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1947 Austin A 40. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 40 | 1999 BMW 845 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 845 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
