1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Austin A 95. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 95 | E |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |