1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 36 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 Austin A 90. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | SL |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |