1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 59 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1050 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 30 | C |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |