1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1523 kg more than 1951 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |
