1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 345 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 914 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Vantage | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1530 kg |
