1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | CL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
