1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 280 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | 340 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
