1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 929 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 62 L |