1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 58 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), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 476 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, 2013 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Z |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
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 | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |