1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 2012 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 100 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 132 L |