1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 99 | C |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 220 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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |