1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 59 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 107 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4006 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |