1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 62 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 882 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | E |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |