1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 325 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |