1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 97 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Tickford | 330 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
