1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 857 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1999 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |
