1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1981 BMW 518
To start off, 1981 BMW 518 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 518. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1981 BMW 518 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Tickford | 518 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |