1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1962 BMW 700
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1962 BMW 700 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 100 | 700 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |