1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1975 BMW 1502
To start off, 1975 BMW 1502 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1975 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
