1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1999 Dodge Charger is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Charger weights approximately 392 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1999 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
