1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 328 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
