1991 Alpina B vs. 1952 Austin A 30
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1952 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1952 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
