1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 384 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus 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 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2868 mm |
