1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 2005 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 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 |
