1970 Austin 3 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | CW |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
