1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 27 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 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 49 kg more than 1954 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 512 BBi |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
