1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports Convertible | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
