1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 46 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), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 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 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | X5 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 85 L |