1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 (195 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 (358 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tickford | 300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
