1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 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 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 328 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |