1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 144 L |
