1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 811 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Sprite | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |