1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 32 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 620 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, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII 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 | 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | A 40 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |