1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 BMW 316
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 32 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 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1983 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 316 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |