1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 3075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3490 mm |
