1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 56 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 720 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2011 Infiniti M 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | M |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 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 | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |