1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 40 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 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 | 1997 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 850 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
