1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 43 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40.
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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 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 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 128 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 53 L |