1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 56 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 90 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
