1983 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Innocenti 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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 1983 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | 316 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |