1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 BMW M6
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 745 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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | M6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |