1970 Austin 3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. 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 C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
