1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Ginetta G11
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G11 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G11 (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G11 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G11.
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:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1966 Ginetta G11 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 40 | G11 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
