1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
Model | Tickford | XI Le Mans |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |