1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | 850 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
