1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 229 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, 2008 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max 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 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
