1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 100 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2416 mm |
