1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 830 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 856 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 100 | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2099 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2585 mm |