1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
