1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 520 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1956 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 832 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | SL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
