2008 BMW 630 vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 630 | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | 630 | A40S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2220 mm |