1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 219 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Passat |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
