1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 59 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1243 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 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2881 mm |