1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 36 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 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 340 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 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 | 1994 Audi V8 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
Model | Sports Convertible | V8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3561 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |