1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | C |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |