1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW 116
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 55 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 205 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.
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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 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 | 2007 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 116 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |