1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 BMW 130
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1964 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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 2006 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 53 L |
