1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 47 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Sports Convertible | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |