1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 585 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 30 | Bionic Car Concept |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |