1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1991 Porsche 964
To start off, 1991 Porsche 964 is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 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 325 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 964 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 | 1991 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Tickford | 964 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |