1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 54 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 120 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
