1951 Austin A 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1951 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | CL |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |