1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 54 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 90 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 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 | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Alpina |
| Model | Tickford | B3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
