1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1961 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 40 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |