1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 865 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 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
