1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 110 | S |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |