1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1950 BMW 340
To start off, 1969 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1950 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1950 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 240 kg more than 1950 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 1950 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3-Litre | 340 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
