1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 40 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, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 275 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1995 BMW S3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | S3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
