1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 70 | Savana |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 117 L |