1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 52 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 515 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, 2007 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 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 | 2007 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 740 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
