1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 95 | Vision |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
