1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 414 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang 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 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Tickford | Mustang |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |