1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 54 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 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 | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | F-450 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4390 mm |