1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 45 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Tickford | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
