1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 891 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, 2006 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 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 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sprite | 318 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |