1959 Austin 7 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 46 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 1055 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 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
