1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 330 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 93 L |