1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 613 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 55 | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
