1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 54 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1343 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 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger 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 | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 40 | Charger |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |