1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 45 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 564 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Project Vantage | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 34 L |
