1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | SL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
