1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1977 Porsche 928 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | Tickford | 928 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
