1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Tickford | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |