1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 645 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.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 30 | E |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |