1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 685 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1961 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | CL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
