1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Tickford | 328 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |