1954 Austin A vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 57 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 478 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
