1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Sports Convertible | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |