1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 46 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2315 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 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 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 3075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 114 L |