1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 47 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1853 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.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia 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 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
