1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 BMW M6
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 31 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 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 479 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1985 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
