1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 350 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Tickford | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
