1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 40 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1160 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | CLS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |