1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1025 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | C |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |