1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 35 | CW |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5160 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |