2006 Acura TL vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 605 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL, 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TL | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
