1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 35 | SC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
