1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 560 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
