1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 50 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1913 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | Sprite | Savana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
