1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 21 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |
