1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 51 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 160 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 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 | 2005 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | M3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
