1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 53 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. Both 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible and 2009 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 330 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
