1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 45 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1055 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 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 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| 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 | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
