1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 58 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 40 | M |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
