1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1981 Porsche 930 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Sports Convertible | 930 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |