1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | SC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
