1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 52 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 130 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 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 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Tickford | 550 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 657 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
