1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 51 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sports Convertible | M3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |