1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 45 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda 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 200 kg more than 2001 Pagani Zonda.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Pagani |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
