1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 49 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1765 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion 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 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3490 mm |
