1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 339 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2200 | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
