1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 56 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 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 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 30 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
