1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 46 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 40 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
