1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 430 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 SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 95 | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |