1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 200 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 70 | E |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |