1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1993 BMW M5
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1993 BMW M5 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sprite | M5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |