1945 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 852 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1945 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 16 | S |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
