1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 53 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | E |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |