1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 62 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 767 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 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | GT-R |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |