1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 57 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90.
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 (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2012 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | C |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |