1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 465 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | C |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |