1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 59 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 820 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 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 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Austin | Maybach |
| Model | A 40 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 110 L |
