1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |