1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
