1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 105 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |