1959 Austin 7 vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1365 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 730 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |
