1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 54 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 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1158 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 570 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 1059 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Austin | SSC |
| Model | A 30 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
