1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 237 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | 3000 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 92 L |
