1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 43 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 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 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | 323 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
