1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 BMW 318
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1952 Austin 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, 2003 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2003 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | 318 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |