1960 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 7 | SL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
