1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 224 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports Convertible | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
