1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 55 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tickford | G |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
