1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 49 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 20 kg more than 1957 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier 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 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Tickford | Rainier |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |