1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | E |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
