1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 53 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1668 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 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 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 144 L |