1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 52 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 330 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |