1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 55 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 579 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, 2004 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 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 | 2004 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | M3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |