1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1976 kg more than 1960 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Austin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | A 40 | Corniche |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3070 mm |