1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 BMW 316
To start off, 1985 BMW 316 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 316 weights approximately 310 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1985 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 316 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
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 | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |