1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, 1959 Austin A 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 501 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 BMW 501 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 BMW 501 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1952 BMW 501 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 501 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2840 mm |