1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40.
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, 1971 BMW 2002 (197 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
