1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
