1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | M |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |