1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 41 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | Pickster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
