1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 57 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 638 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave 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 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Tickford | Enclave |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3020 mm |