1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 57 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 268 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | SL |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 102.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |