1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 51 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 607 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.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 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 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
Model | 3000 | S5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |