1948 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 545 kg more than 1948 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 16 | E |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1474 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2874 mm |