1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 58 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 949 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.
Because 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus 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 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |