1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 2080 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 30 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
