1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | SL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
