1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1987 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 37 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 576 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.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille 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 | 1987 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
