1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 38 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S 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 478 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | Tickford | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
