1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 37 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 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 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 | 1999 BMW 750 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 750 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3080 mm |