1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 57 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 775 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango 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 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Durango |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3043 mm |
