1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 42 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | ML |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 83 L |
