1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
