1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 210 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Tickford | M3 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |