1946 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 680 kg more than 1946 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1946 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1946 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 16 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
