1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
