1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 42 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 240 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider 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 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
