1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 535 kg more than 1950 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | C |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |