1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 47 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 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 905 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 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 | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Donkervoort |
Model | Tickford | D8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |