1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 54 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 722 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |