1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 59 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1324 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 919 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | S |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |