1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 57 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), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 655 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 335 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |