1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 59 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | CC |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2708 mm |
