1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 BMW 316
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 22 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 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 230 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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 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 | 1983 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 316 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |