1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1966 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | A 40 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 127 L |