1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.

Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Austin-Healey Chevrolet
Model Sports Convertible Corvette
Year Released 1958 1997
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Size 2991 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2660 mm


 

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