1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
