1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 55 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 523 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.

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1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 2013 BMW 7 Series
Make Austin-Healey BMW
Model Sports Convertible 7 Series
Year Released 1958 2013
Body Type Convertible Sedan
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 311 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1973 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5214 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2134 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3210 mm