1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 51 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
