1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Tickford | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
