1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
