1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 55 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 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 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 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 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 135 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
