1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 235 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | CL |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
