1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 48 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 980 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | G |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4763 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
