1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1966 Pontiac GTO is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 52 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Pontiac |
| Model | Sports Convertible | GTO |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2930 mm |
