1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 51 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1013 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 243 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1257 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Austin | SSC |
Model | A 40 | Aero |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1050 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1090 mm |