1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 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 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 535 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |