1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1956 BMW 507 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sprite | 507 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 110 L |