1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 44 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 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 | 1997 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | M3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
