1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 100 | 550 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |