1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 985 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy
Make Austin-Healey GMC
Model Sports Convertible Envoy
Year Released 1955 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Size 2993 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 105 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2880 mm


 

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