1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2868 mm |
