1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
