1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 920 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 30 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |