1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 50 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 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 110 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 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 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | F430 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
