1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 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 X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 735 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 X1 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 X1 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 X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 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 X1 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | X1 |
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 | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |