1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
Model | 100 | Savana |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3940 mm |