1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1947 Austin A 110. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 111 L |
