1950 BMW 340 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1950 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 BMW 340 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 BMW 340 | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 340 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
