1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 335 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports Convertible | E |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
