1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 41 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 930 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
