1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |