2007 Acura TL vs. 1967 Austin A 40
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 40 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1967 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | TL | A 40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |