1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1130 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | CL |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 88 L |