1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 52 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1610 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 85 L |
