1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 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 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 320 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
