1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 730 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 55 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
