1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
