1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 57 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1599 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 129 L |
