1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 56 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 950 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | SL |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |