1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2059 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.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 148 L |