1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | 318 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
