1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 56 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 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 16 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | McLaren |
| Model | Sports Convertible | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
