1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 49 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1451 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 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 | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hummer |
| Model | Sports Convertible | H2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3120 mm |
