1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 52 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 666 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 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 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Austin | Pagani |
| Model | A 40 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2795 mm |
