1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 BMW 316

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 41 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1949 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 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 1990 BMW 316
Make Austin BMW
Model A 40 316
Year Released 1949 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 70 L


 

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