1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1953 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Lagonda | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
