1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 42 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 790 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, 2004 BMW 525 (237 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 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 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
