1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 46 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 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 960 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | S |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |