1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | R |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
