1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 51 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 50 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sports Convertible | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |