1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 33 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 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 315 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | S |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
