1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 36 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 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 65 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 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 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Tickford | 348 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
