1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 55 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, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 93 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 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 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | X1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
