1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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 108 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
