1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
