1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
