1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 99 | S |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |