1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (190 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 55 | SE |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
