1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 400 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | E |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
