1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
