1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 48 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 444 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 280 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Tickford | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
