1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | SL |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |