1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 59 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tickford | S |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
