1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 44 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 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 848 kg more 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 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 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
