1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 57 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 860 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3645 mm |
