1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 763 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 55 | CL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 801 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |