1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 480 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 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 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 120 L |
