1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 50 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 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 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 325 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |