1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 56 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40.
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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M 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 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | M |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |