1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1964 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1972 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 95 L |