1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 45 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1640 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana 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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 40 | Savana |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 117 L |