1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 34 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 257 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | Tickford | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |