1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1994 BMW 318
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 36 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, 1994 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1994 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 318 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
