1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
