1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 BMW 328
To start off, 1999 BMW 328 is newer by 44 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 328 (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 48 kg more than 1999 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 328 (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1999 BMW 328 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Tickford | 328 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |