1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 BMW 735
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1953 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, 2008 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2008 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
