1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 1971 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1971 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 125 L |
