1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1967 Buick Riviera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 934 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1967 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 7048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
