1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 40 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 104 L |