1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 48 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 1157 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M 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 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 40 | M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
