1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 540 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
