1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 235 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 95 | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |