1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 18 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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 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 302 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 208 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
