USA vs USA — 1951 vs 1954
| Roadster Le Mans | Healey Le Mans | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 140 hp | 140 hp |
| Torque | 220 lb-ft | 220 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,138 cc | 4,138 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 11.5 sec | 11.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 110 mph | 117 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 18.2 sec | — |
| Weight | 2,800 lbs | 2,900 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,642 mm | 2,667 mm |
| Length | 4,470 mm | 4,470 mm |
| Units Produced | 506 | 90 |
| Original MSRP | $5,908 | $5,868 |
| Value (Excellent) | $275,000 | $150,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 9/10 |
The 1954 Nash Healey Le Mans emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering quicker acceleration, higher top speed, greater rarity. The 1951 Nash-Healey Roadster Le Mans counters with stronger collectibility, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Among Sports Car enthusiasts, the matchup between the 1951 Nash-Healey Roadster Le Mans and 1954 Nash Healey Le Mans is one for the ages. These Post-war machines competed directly for buyers' attention and continue to vie for collectors' affections today. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1951 Nash-Healey Roadster Le Mans producing 140 hp and the 1954 Nash Healey Le Mans delivering 140 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1954 Nash Healey Le Mans edges ahead at 11.0 seconds versus 11.5 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 90 units built, the 1954 Nash Healey Le Mans is considerably scarcer than the Nash-Healey Roadster's 506 examples.