1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 27 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 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 921 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
