1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 10 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 988 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1963 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 40 | DeVille |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6390 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 |
Torque | 84 Nm | 582 Nm |
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 | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |