1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 50 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 482 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sprite | Viano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |