1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 BMW 528
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 44 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, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 220 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 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 | 2000 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 528 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
