1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 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 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
