1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 48 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 303 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, 2005 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT 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 | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | MG |
| Model | Sports Convertible | ZT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
