1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 60 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1225 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 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 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 750 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 82 L |