1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 52 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, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 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 132 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 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 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
