1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 59 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1105 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |