1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 50 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 398 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, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible 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 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
