1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 100 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3360 mm |
