1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 52 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 584 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.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2000 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3100 mm |