1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 653 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 815 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 Lamborghini Aventador 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 Lamborghini Aventador 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 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 40 | Aventador |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 90 L |
