1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 942 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 142 L |
