1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 55 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 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 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3490 mm |
