1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 435 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 55 | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |