1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 52 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, 2008 BMW X3 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 290 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, 2008 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 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 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | X3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
