1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | SE |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |