1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2004 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | M3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
