1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2007 BMW 116
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 48 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 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2007 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 | 116 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 200 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 | 1143 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |