1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1984 BMW 323
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 30 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, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1984 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 323 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
