1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 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 190 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
