1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sprite | S |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |