1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1316 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 40 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 104 L |
