1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 BMW 740

To start off, 2006 BMW 740 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 1185 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 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 740
Make Austin BMW
Model A 40 740
Year Released 1961 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 3999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 3700 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1945 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 26 L 88 L


 

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