1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 56 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 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 85 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 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 | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Brilliance |
| Model | Tickford | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
