1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 36 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1956 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 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 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | Sports Convertible | 456 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |