1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 56 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 868 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram 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 2010 Dodge Ram
Make Austin-Healey Dodge
Model Sports Convertible Ram
Year Released 1954 2010
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Size 2992 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2318 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1908 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3569 mm


 

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