1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | M |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |