1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2011 Maybach Landaulet 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40.
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 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 918 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach Landaulet 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 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Austin | Maybach |
Model | A 40 | Landaulet |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 110 L |