1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1960 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1995 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 330 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |