1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 823 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2006 Chrysler 300 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. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | 300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |