1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 799 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 55 | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
