1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (208 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (526 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | E |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |