1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 423 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
