1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 36 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2997 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, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII 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 | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | A 40 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2870 mm |