1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 110 | S |
Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |