1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 53 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 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 220 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 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 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | Sports Convertible | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
