1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 54 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 785 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | CLK |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1785 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 |