1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1425 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.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 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 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
