1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 125 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1966 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1966 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
