1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 58 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 788 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS 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 | 2006 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | DTS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
