1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2011 BMW 323 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 100 | 323 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 60 L |