1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 550 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | E |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |