1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 39 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 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 44 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | CLK GTR |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 790 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |