1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 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 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 460 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | S |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |