1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 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 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | 3000 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
