1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1955 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, 2006 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 320 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |