1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 498 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 811 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports Convertible | SL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
