1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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 LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 555 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 LaCrosse, 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 LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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 LaCrosse | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 70 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |