1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
