1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 50 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 554 kg more than 1955 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 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier 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 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Sports Convertible | Rainier |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 387 Nm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |