1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1406 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang 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 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Sports Convertible | Mustang |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |