1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 BMW 628
To start off, 1986 BMW 628 is newer by 25 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 710 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, 1986 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 628 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 | 1986 BMW 628 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 628 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |