1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3090 mm |