1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1977 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 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 292 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Sports Convertible | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |