1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 380 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |