1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 663 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 E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 55 | E |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |