1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1959 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
