1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
