1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 48 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 148 L |