1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 52 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 390 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (339 Nm @ 280 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Cadillac |
| Model | Tickford | SRX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 280 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
