1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 BMW M3
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1988 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | M3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
