1954 Austin A vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
