1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 54 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70.
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | CL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
