1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 38 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 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
