1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 45 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 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 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Tickford | 318 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |