1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 30 | SL |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2799 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 | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
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 |