1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 59 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 1280 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, 2011 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 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 | 2011 BMW 760 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 760 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3211 mm |