1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 48 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 100 | 530 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |