1959 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 7 | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3020 mm |
