1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 264 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme 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 | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Tickford | Centieme |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |