1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 59 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 530 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
