1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 181 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1711 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
