1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1996 BMW 535 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 | 535 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |