1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 59 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 528 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger 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 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Charger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3053 mm |
