1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 35 | S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2950 mm |
