1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 49 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, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 255 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 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 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sports Convertible | 525 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |