1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 888 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 70 | Enclave |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |