1946 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 61 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 90 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 16 | B |
Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |