1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 95 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |