1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2003 BMW 760
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 36 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 1376 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2003 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2003 BMW 760 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sprite | 760 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3000 mm |