1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |
