1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | E500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
