1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 32 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 140 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
