1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1958 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 400 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
