1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 63 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 769 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 2011 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 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 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | G37 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |