1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 965 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 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 30 | E |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |