1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 800 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
