1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 54 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports Convertible | ML |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
