1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 39 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1959 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster 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 | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | Pickster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |