1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 BMW 650

To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 55 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 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 2009 BMW 650
Make Austin-Healey BMW
Model Tickford 650
Year Released 1954 2009
Engine Size 2443 cc 4799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2790 mm


 

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