1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (303 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (410 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 69 L |
