1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1959 Austin A 95 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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 95 | 1949 BMW 340 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 95 | 340 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |