1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 175 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
