1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 30 | SL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
