1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 59 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 315 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 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 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
Model | Tickford | R8 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |