1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
