1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
