1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 51 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 3,931 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1031 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.
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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 30 | LS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
