2003 AC Cobra vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 468 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Cobra | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
