1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 29 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 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 24 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 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 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Tickford | 308 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
