1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 45 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40.
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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 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 | 2006 BMW 550 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 550 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |