1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1965 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 1977 BMW 732 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 732 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 52 L |