1959 Austin A 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | SE |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |