1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 59 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 140 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2475 mm |
