1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 505 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
