1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 583 kg more than 1957 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3280 mm |
