1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. 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 Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 318 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
