1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 301 kg more than 1964 Austin A 110. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
