1991 Audi V8 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | V8 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
