1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 40 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 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1060 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, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 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 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 730 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2925 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |