1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 46 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), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1955 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, 2001 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 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 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | M3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
