1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 57 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 525 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 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 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Tickford | 650 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2855 mm |