1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 45 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 959 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.
Because 2010 Infiniti G37 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 40 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
