1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (175 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 305 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | E |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
