1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1969 Ford GT 40 is newer by 14 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
