1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 43 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 340 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 40 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
