1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 758 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |