1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 50 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | S |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
