1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 BMW M6
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 43 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 1025 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 BMW M6 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | M6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |