1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 197 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin A 90 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Austin Mercedes-Benz
Model A 90 SL
Year Released 1964 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 4971 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 120 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 468 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 1769 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 80 L


 

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