1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1954 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1977 BMW 732 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 732 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |