1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 BMW 735
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 1213 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, 2009 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 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 735 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 88 L |
