1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 47 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 1045 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.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 335 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |