1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1959 Austin A 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 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, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |