1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 677 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 55 | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
