1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 50 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 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | 3000 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2737 mm |