1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II 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 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | 328 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
