1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1972 Datsun 240Z is newer by 22 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 78 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1972 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 40 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
