1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1954 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:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1963 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
