1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 360 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
