1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 435 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Tickford | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
