1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 61 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 946 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.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX 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 | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 79 L |
