1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Porsche 356 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 356 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
