1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1960 BMW 502
To start off, 1960 BMW 502 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1951 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1960 BMW 502 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 502 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 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 | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |