1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 56 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 843 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 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 | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
