1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
