1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 615 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE 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 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | SE |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
