1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 48 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 330 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 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 | 2004 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 545 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
