1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 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 550 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 550 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |