1959 Austin 7 vs. 1980 BMW M5
To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 781 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1980 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
