1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
