1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Brilliance |
| Model | Tickford | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
