1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 578 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex 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 Flex | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Flex |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2995 mm |
