1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 980 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 55 | CL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |