1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 48 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 800 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, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT 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 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 40 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 65 L |
