1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 59 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Aston Martin |
Model | Tickford | Vantage |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2601 mm |