1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 975 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1735 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 62 L |