1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1435 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 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3440 mm |
