1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 57 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 463 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, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire 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 | 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | Crossfire |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |