1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 740
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 59 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 979 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.
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, 2009 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 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 | 2009 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
