1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
