1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 487 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
