1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 57 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M 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 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 40 | M |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
