1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 57 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 362 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2852 mm |
