1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 51 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 420 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Tickford | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |