1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1967 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40.
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, 1967 Lamborghini 400 (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini 400 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 | 1967 Lamborghini 400 | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 40 | 400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 86 L |