1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 38 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 3 kg more than 1957 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
