1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1967 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
