1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 921 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | CL |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2111 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 88 L |