1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 56 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 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 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 320 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |