1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 636 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 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 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | G37 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |