1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin Rapide.
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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 110 | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
Model | A 110 | Rapide |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |