1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 42 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli 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 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Tickford | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
