1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 52 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 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 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | Tickford | 612 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 515 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |