1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 56 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 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 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3386 mm |
