1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1990 BMW 520
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1990 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 520 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
