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 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 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 370 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 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
