1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1683 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 55 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
