1948 Austin A 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 135 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 90 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.
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1948 Austin A 90 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | E |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |