1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 40 | Flying Star |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |
