1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood weights approximately 390 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90.
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, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood (481 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1999 Lincoln Blackwood | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 90 | Blackwood |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3520 mm |
