1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 100 | MM Roadster |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |