1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | E |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
