1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 865 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | 420 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3080 mm |