1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1998 BMW 323
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 42 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, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 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 | 1998 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 323 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
