1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 49 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 777 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville 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 | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
