1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 352 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sports Convertible | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
