1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 947 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 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | M |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |