1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 690 kg more than 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
