1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | CW |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
