1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1996 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 39 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark 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 129 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark 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 | 1996 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Sports Convertible | Skylark |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1323 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |