1959 Austin 7 vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 37 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 900 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 | 1996 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
