1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 270 kg more than 1951 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, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
| Model | A 40 | A3C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
