1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 224 kg more than 1961 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
