1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 55 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 640 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne
Make Austin-Healey Porsche
Model Tickford Cayenne
Year Released 1956 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2443 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 699 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1702 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2896 mm