1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 56 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster 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 215 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster 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 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Tesla |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2352 mm |
