1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 930 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |