1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 47 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1033 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
