1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 52 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1262 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 40 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 104 L |
