1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 BMW 528
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 39 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 910 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 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 | 2000 BMW 528 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 528 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2840 mm |