1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 82 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3000 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
