1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 58 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 680 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | SL |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
