1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1972 Buick Centurion is newer by 18 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1040 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |