1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | 300 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |