1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 974 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 30 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
