1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 545 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 55 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
