1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 57 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 837 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Sports Convertible | F-150 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3670 mm |