1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 56 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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 | 2009 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Tickford | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |