1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tickford | CL |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |