1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 78 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
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1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | Tickford | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |