1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1962 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, 1971 BMW 2002 (197 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
