1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 729 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | C |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |