1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1971 Buick Centurion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1952 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1971 Buick Centurion | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |