1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 BMW 520

To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 45 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 910 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, 2005 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 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 2005 BMW 520
Make Austin BMW
Model A 40 520
Year Released 1960 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 26 L 70 L


 

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