1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 44 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 330 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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 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 | 1998 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 316 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |