1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 40 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1245 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon 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 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 40 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
