1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 50 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 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 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 Mk II | 118 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 51 L |