1959 Austin 7 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 50 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 990 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
