1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 57 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 370 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 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 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sports Convertible | M5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2889 mm |