1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1140 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 35 | SL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
