1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1970 BMW 2002
To start off, 1970 BMW 2002 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1970 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Tickford | 2002 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |