1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 BMW 740
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 37 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1208 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 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 | 1998 BMW 740 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 740 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1968 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |