1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | CL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
