1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 50 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 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 843 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 998 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | CLK |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 877 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 62 L |