1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 269 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tickford | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4010 mm |
