1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 BMW 740
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 47 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1954 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 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 | 2001 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 740 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
