1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 41 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 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 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 328 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 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 Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |