2008 Acura TL vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TL | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
