1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 315 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 70 | S |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |