1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 750 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4010 mm |
