1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports Convertible | SLK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
