1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 44 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 930 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 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 | 2005 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | M3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 337 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |