1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 52 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 138 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO 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 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Austin | Marcos |
Model | A 40 | TSO |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |