1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
