1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 63 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 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 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 132 L |