1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 815 kg more than 1949 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 E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | E |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
