1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 55 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 931 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 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 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3670 mm |
