1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,792 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 570 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
