1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1986 BMW 735
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1986 BMW 735 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Tickford | 735 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |