1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 51 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 4,244 cc, 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 230 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
