1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 57 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 210 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | M3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
