1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 780 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
