1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 47 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
