1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 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 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |
