1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 BMW 530
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1956 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1988 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 530 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1593 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 |
