1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 58 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1000 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | Viano |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |