1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 58 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | 300 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |