1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 894 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 Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4250 mm |
