1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 53 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 218 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, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
