1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 BMW 628
To start off, 1983 BMW 628 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 BMW 628 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1983 BMW 628 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 628 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |