1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports Convertible | GL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 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 | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
