1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1046 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.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 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 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sprite | 530 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |