1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1993 BMW 316
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 37 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1993 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 316 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
